A Lifetime of European Cars
Tag: Jaguar
Originally the Swallow Sidecar Company (founded 1922), becoming Jaguar Cars in 1945. Known for elegant luxury sedans and legendary sports cars.
Most recognizable models: Jaguar E‑Type (1961–1975), Jaguar XJ (1968–present), Jaguar XK120 (1948–1954).
Years in business: 1922–present (Jaguar Land Rover since 2013).
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Jaguar XK140
To my eye, the Jaguar XK140 OTS (roadster) is the best looking Jaguar ever made. Long and low, the XK140 looks right with the heavier chrome that the XK120 doesn’t have. Plus, it is far easier to get in and to drive. Ours was restored back in 1995 and has upgraded 5-speed, 4-wheel disc brakes… Read More
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Jaguar MKX
This one was a labor of love. Started out as a very good original but “unloved” MkX. We decided to go all out and make this a very usable car. After months of undercarriage grafting from a 1996 donor Jaguar XJR sedan, we have a gorgeous, Black beauty. It appears totally stock but is fitted… Read More
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Jaguar XKR
One of today’s best sports car values is the Jaguar XKR. Both in sleek coupe and convertible form, these cars look so right. With styling rather like a modern-day E-type and all the amenities, these supercharged cars can be a daily driver. Just a word of advice, “buy the best one you can afford”. Make… Read More
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Daimler DS420 Limousines
Now you’ve hit my Hot button. I have always loved the bustle back look of this DS420 Limo. Built from 1968-1992 in a corner of the Jaguar Coventry plant, this handmade car is the last “coach built” limo of its kind produced by any car company. It is the essential “British” limousine. Used by Royalty,… Read More
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Jaguar MKII
Very British indeed is the “lovely from any angle” Jaguar MkII sedan. This example, built by Donald Lower back in 2000, sports fuel injected 4.2 XJ6 running gear with IRS and many modern upgrades that make it not only beautiful but usable in today’s world. Read More
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Daimler DS420 Coupe
Conceived by Daimler (a Jaguar owned company) but never built, we decided to bring this dream to a reality. Over several years and with the help of Donald Lower Coachworks, we shortened a DS420 limo. Extending the doors 10 inches and flattening the roofline a little to create this beautiful “personal” Daimler coupe. We sent… Read More
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Daimler Conquest Roadster
Strange styling and a high price made this well-built British sporting car unable to compete with the Jaguar XK140 in 1957. Thus only 50 were built. This yellow car originally bought for King Faisel II of Iraq while he was student in England, has lived in the US since 1959. It is the last production… Read More
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